Spotlight Politics: Hundreds Erroneously Registered to Vote
Why 574 people in Illinois were erroneously registered to vote. Our politics team digs into that story and more in our weekly roundtable.
Illinois’ New Senate President Don Harmon Leaving Law Firm Job
At a time when leading legislators’ private side jobs are increasingly under scrutiny, newly elevated state Senate President Don Harmon will step down as a partner at the law firm Burke Burns & Pinelli, Ltd. to focus full-time on his new leadership position.
U. of I. President Tim Killeen Talks Tuition Hikes, Enrollment
His contract was just renewed – and came with a 40% pay hike. University of Illinois President Tim Killeen lays out his priorities for the system and talks about the challenges it faces.
Lawmakers, Neighbors Debate Fixes as Beaches Shrink, Shoreline Erodes
High lake levels, fluctuating temperatures and winter storms have battered Chicago’s lakefront in recent weeks. Emergency projects are in the works to ward off further damage, but is a bigger redesign of the lakefront needed?
Crain’s Headlines: New York Investor Buys ‘Big Red’ for $370M
One of the standouts on Chicago’s skyline is changing hands.
Cook County Jail Inmates Turn Vegetable Oil into Diesel Fuel
A small group of detainees are learning how to make biodiesel fuel from reclaimed cooking oil. Hundreds of gallons have so far been produced – and thousands of dollars saved – but officials also tout the program’s rehabilitative value.
January 22, 2020 - Full Show
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Does Illinois Have the Energy to Opt out of FERC?
A Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ruling issued in December could lead to a spike in your energy bills – but then again, maybe not. It’s the latest energy battle set to play out in Springfield.
The Impact of Citizens United, 10 Years Later
On the 10th anniversary of one of the United States’ most divisive Supreme Court rulings, two legal analysts share their differing views on the impact Citizens United has had on campaign funding and the nation’s political process.
Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones Share Spotlight at Oak Brook Museum
There is now more to explore at a local museum that really rocks. We visit the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, which recently reopened to the public.
How Should Chicago Handle a ‘Climate Emergency’?
Ald. Matt Martin recently introduced a resolution in City Council declaring a state of climate emergency. The plan calls for citywide budgetary measures and policies to reduce carbon emissions, but some worry about its economic impact.
Pot Makes Pets Sick, Says Veterinary Group
Marijuana may produce pleasurable affects in people, but for pets, the mind-altering substance can be dangerous and even lethal, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. “We don’t want people to think it’s benign or harmless,” said Michael San Filippo of the AVMA.
Impeachment Arguments as Seen by Democrats, Trump Team
A look at the main points Democrats are making as they argue for President Donald Trump’s removal from office, and Trump’s response as the defense team pushes for his speedy acquittal.
Crain’s Headlines: Boeing Looks to Summer for 737 Max Approval
Bloomberg reports that Boeing is telling customers the grounded 737 Max jet won’t be approved to fly until June or July. That’s months later than previously anticipated.
January 21, 2020 - Full Show
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